In a post on the social media platform Truth Social, Trump stated, "Storms bring good luck to any event," adding that they can make the occasion "a bit more interesting."
He remarked, "We will wait for the storm to pass, whether it takes until 2 a.m. or just one hour from now."
Trump's speech and fireworks display, set to take place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., are currently delayed due to the storm forecast. His comments reflect a determination to resume the event as soon as the weather improves.
"It's Saturday night. Let's have a good time, even if we have to stay out late tonight," Trump said, noting that the speech is expected around 11 p.m. and questioning, "Who cares?"
He also recalled a major UFC event held about two weeks prior, which had a 100% chance of heavy rain forecasted, but ultimately saw no rain, resulting in a historic occasion.
Trump emphasized, "Our great veterans, especially the many elderly veterans present, have endured hellish battlefields, and that didn't stop them. Rain won't stop us either."
He concluded, "I will not let a little rain stop our 250th anniversary celebration," adding that he would be leaving the White House soon.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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